

Slow Living: Sustainable Life & Time Management without Stress or Hustle.
Stephanie O'Dea
Slow Living with Stephanie O'Dea helps you create a calm, intentional life without the hustle, stress, or overwhelm. Each episode shares practical tips for simple routines, mindful time management, and parenting with purpose—so you can slow down, find balance, and feel more at peace in your everyday life.
In a world that moves too fast and constantly makes you feel like you’re falling behind, this show is your reminder that who you are is already enough—and you’re amazing, just as you are. Instead of chasing unrealistic standards, you’ll learn to align your daily life with your values, set sustainable goals, and find joy in the small, everyday moments.
This podcast is your roadmap to living your own version of the American Dream—one that feels intentional, joyful, and truly your own. Listeners often tune in for help with:
Stress relief and avoiding burnout
Creating simple, sustainable routines
Parenting with patience and presence
Time management without the hustle
Organization, minimalism, and decluttering
Finding peace in relationships and daily life
Stephanie O’Dea is a New York Times best-selling author of Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World. She first gained international recognition as the founder of AYearofSlowCooking.com, where she documented her year-long experiment of using her slow cooker every single day—earning appearances on Good Morning America, The Rachael Ray Show, and multiple features in national magazines and newspapers.
Through her books, blog, and podcast, Stephanie has helped millions of busy families simplify their lives, reclaim their time, and embrace a more mindful way of living. She brings a background in child development, psychology, and early childhood education to her work, along with real-life experience as a mom of three.
She and her husband of over 25 years live in the San Francisco Bay Area, where they raise their children, walk their dog, Sheldon, and practice what she preaches: slowing down, unplugging, and savoring a life well lived.
In a world that moves too fast and constantly makes you feel like you’re falling behind, this show is your reminder that who you are is already enough—and you’re amazing, just as you are. Instead of chasing unrealistic standards, you’ll learn to align your daily life with your values, set sustainable goals, and find joy in the small, everyday moments.
This podcast is your roadmap to living your own version of the American Dream—one that feels intentional, joyful, and truly your own. Listeners often tune in for help with:
Stress relief and avoiding burnout
Creating simple, sustainable routines
Parenting with patience and presence
Time management without the hustle
Organization, minimalism, and decluttering
Finding peace in relationships and daily life
Stephanie O’Dea is a New York Times best-selling author of Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World. She first gained international recognition as the founder of AYearofSlowCooking.com, where she documented her year-long experiment of using her slow cooker every single day—earning appearances on Good Morning America, The Rachael Ray Show, and multiple features in national magazines and newspapers.
Through her books, blog, and podcast, Stephanie has helped millions of busy families simplify their lives, reclaim their time, and embrace a more mindful way of living. She brings a background in child development, psychology, and early childhood education to her work, along with real-life experience as a mom of three.
She and her husband of over 25 years live in the San Francisco Bay Area, where they raise their children, walk their dog, Sheldon, and practice what she preaches: slowing down, unplugging, and savoring a life well lived.
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May 29, 2023 • 26min
Work - Life Balance
Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea Episode 86 - Work - Life Balancesee all podcast episodes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotesWork / Life balance. Because working all the time isn’t fun.and laying around doing nothing gets old and boring pretty darn quick.there needs to be some sort of balance. When I was younger I thought that work/life balance meant that I needed to do a bit of EVERY BITTY THING each and every day, no matter what.Nope.That’s a recipe for burnout.instead, I teach you to listen to your body and honor her — and do the things that feed and nurture your soul.While STILL crossing those pesty To-Dos off your list.download the daily journaling worksheet at stephanieodea.com/dailyI hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.Overview I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.I know because I’m a mom too.It’s okay to stop and breathe. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule, instead I offer realistic tips and plans to get things done quickly and efficiently so you can do things you want to do.Show Links Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peaceNew You - https://stephanieodea.com/newyouMasterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/Website - https://stephanieodea.comBlog - https://stephanieodea.com/blog/Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcastSpeaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/Courses - https://stephanieodea.com/courses/Contact - stephanieodea.com/contact/Stephanie's Story I know what it feels like to want to live a calm, peaceful, and harmonious life but you feel like you can’t because there is simply too much to do. I believe that if we are lucky, life is long. You are not behind, and you don’t need to rush around, trying to catch up. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule.Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.I am here to support you.Ship It Studios Website: https://www.shipitstudios.com Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowlivingPodcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-networkDescription: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.It's become our mission to seek out the most fun and creative ways to revisit your favorite fandoms. Join us as we revisit all of our favorite things through live coverage, reviews, debates, power rankings, and fantasy drafts.

May 22, 2023 • 40min
Mommy Blogging
Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea Episode 85 - Mommy Bloggingsee all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotesToday’s podcast episode wasn’t planned. I didn’t think I was going to record the morning that I did — but felt compelled to do so. I got up early in the morning to do my thing, but read a headline that a blogger I once knew and followed a million years ago (15 years ago, but who’s counting…) had died. and it shook me. So I began recording. Listen in as I share my thoughts, process my feelings in real-time, and share my key take-aways on the way writing online has shifted and morphed throughout the years and why it’s still something that I do, and am proud of.Heather Armstrong, the blogger I’m discussing, took her own life.I do not go into detail, but if you can already tell that this isn’t something you want to know anything about — don’t listen. Within this episode I write about how I got started blogging, how deciding on purpose to start a website and stick to it (with my rudimentary business plan!) changed the trajectory of my life forever and how proud I am of the boundaries I put in place from the very beginning. I read an excerpt from The Mommy Blogger Next Door: AKA How I Became the CrockPot Lady and also share a few other episodes that may be of interest. episode 16: matching your identity with integrityepisode 33: dealing with childhood traumaepisode 34: interview with Sandy Cooperepisode 44: ignoring influencersepisode 58: sober curiousepisode 79: imperfect parentingOverview I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.I know because I’m a mom too.It’s okay to stop and breathe. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule, instead I offer realistic tips and plans to get things done quickly and efficiently so you can do things you want to do.Show Links Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peaceNew You - https://stephanieodea.com/newyouMasterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/Website - https://stephanieodea.comBlog - https://stephanieodea.com/blog/Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcastSpeaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/Courses - https://stephanieodea.com/courses/Contact - stephanieodea.com/contact/Stephanie's Story I know what it feels like to want to live a calm, peaceful, and harmonious life but you feel like you can’t because there is simply too much to do. I believe that if we are lucky, life is long. You are not behind, and you don’t need to rush around, trying to catch up. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule.Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.I am here to support you.Ship It Studios Website: https://www.shipitstudios.com Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowlivingPodcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-networkDescription: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.It's become our mission to seek out the most fun and creative ways to revisit your favorite fandoms. Join us as we revisit all of our favorite things through live coverage, reviews, debates, power rankings, and fantasy drafts.

May 15, 2023 • 25min
Mindset - Action - Consistency
Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea Episode 84 - Mindset - Action - Consistencysee all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotesI’ve got an exercise for you to do today while you listen to the current podcast episode. In the newest Slow Living podcast episode I share how I just popped off the phone with a former coaching client before recording. She seemed floundery. And I wanted to remind her how AWESOME she is and how she had SO MANY TOOLS in her arsenal — she just needed to go back, pick one, and start back up again.Learn more about one-on-one coaching at stephanieodea.com/coachingAs I explained to her — and then again in the podcast episode for all of you — You can’t “action” your way out of a mindset or a consistency problem. But many (many!!!!) times we want to. It’s easier to find a new SOMETHING then it is to stay consistent with the current path because our brains want something shiny and glittery. Listen in as I share really good solid tips & trick you can do TODAY to start sticking to your master plan on an ongoing basis. the only way to meet your personal & professional goals is to keep working, each and every day, one teeny tiny baby step at a time.Sign up for a free coaching mindset upgrade call at stephanieodea.com/mindsetOverview I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.I know because I’m a mom too.It’s okay to stop and breathe. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule, instead I offer realistic tips and plans to get things done quickly and efficiently so you can do things you want to do.Show Links Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peaceNew You - https://stephanieodea.com/newyouMasterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/Website - https://stephanieodea.comBlog - https://stephanieodea.com/blog/Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcastSpeaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/Courses - https://stephanieodea.com/courses/Contact - stephanieodea.com/contact/Stephanie's Story I know what it feels like to want to live a calm, peaceful, and harmonious life but you feel like you can’t because there is simply too much to do. I believe that if we are lucky, life is long. You are not behind, and you don’t need to rush around, trying to catch up. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule.Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.I am here to support you.Ship It Studios Website: https://www.shipitstudios.com Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowlivingPodcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-networkDescription: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.It's become our mission to seek out the most fun and creative ways to revisit your favorite fandoms. Join us as we revisit all of our favorite things through live coverage, reviews, debates, power rankings, and fantasy drafts.

May 8, 2023 • 31min
Decision Fatigue
Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea Episode 83 - Decision Fatiguesee all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotesIf you are tired, you are not alone. Studies have proven that on average, the adult female makes roughly 35,000 micro-decisions a day. When you throw in spouses, children, pets, and being “in charge” —that number multiplies.Decision Fatigue is a real thing.I promise there are ways to lessen this mental load and create tried & true systems that WORK.#pinkiepromise Take a listen. I think you’ll really be surprised at how you can quickly and efficiently put some new things to work for you and your family right away.Join Simple Shortcuts to Peace at stephanieodea.com/peaceLearn more about working with Steph one-on-one at stephanieodea.com/coachingOverview I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.I know because I’m a mom too.It’s okay to stop and breathe. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule, instead I offer realistic tips and plans to get things done quickly and efficiently so you can do things you want to do.Show Links Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peaceNew You - https://stephanieodea.com/newyouMasterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/Website - https://stephanieodea.comBlog - https://stephanieodea.com/blog/Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcastSpeaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/Courses - https://stephanieodea.com/courses/Contact - stephanieodea.com/contact/Stephanie's Story I know what it feels like to want to live a calm, peaceful, and harmonious life but you feel like you can’t because there is simply too much to do. I believe that if we are lucky, life is long. You are not behind, and you don’t need to rush around, trying to catch up. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule.Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.I am here to support you.Ship It Studios Website: https://www.shipitstudios.com Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowlivingPodcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-networkDescription: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.It's become our mission to seek out the most fun and creative ways to revisit your favorite fandoms. Join us as we revisit all of our favorite things through live coverage, reviews, debates, power rankings, and fantasy drafts.

May 1, 2023 • 22min
How to Meditate
Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea Episode 82 - How to Meditatesee all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotesToday we are going to talk about meditating and how in order to be highly productive, you need to learn how to slow your brain down and the best way to do so is to sit and meditate. I know. I may have lost you just now — YES. The secret sauce to being “productive” is meditation. who would’ve thought??Listen in as I explain and walk you through my * own * meditation and yoga process — but the best way to meditate is the way that feels best FOR YOU. I wanted to record this because I think sometimes people have a certain image in mind when they think of meditating and that it needs to look a certain way. It does not. it is exactly what works and feels the best for you — –> that said, I have some tips & tricks up my (robe!) sleeve and want to make sure you know how to do this and these exercises whenever and wherever.Download the guided daily journaling worksheet at stephanieodea.com/dailyI hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.Overview I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.I know because I’m a mom too.It’s okay to stop and breathe. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule, instead I offer realistic tips and plans to get things done quickly and efficiently so you can do things you want to do.Show Links Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peaceNew You - https://stephanieodea.com/newyouMasterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/Website - https://stephanieodea.comBlog - https://stephanieodea.com/blog/Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcastSpeaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/Courses - https://stephanieodea.com/courses/Contact - stephanieodea.com/contact/Stephanie's Story I know what it feels like to want to live a calm, peaceful, and harmonious life but you feel like you can’t because there is simply too much to do. I believe that if we are lucky, life is long. You are not behind, and you don’t need to rush around, trying to catch up. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule.Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.I am here to support you.Ship It Studios Website: https://www.shipitstudios.com Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowlivingPodcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-networkDescription: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.It's become our mission to seek out the most fun and creative ways to revisit your favorite fandoms. Join us as we revisit all of our favorite things through live coverage, reviews, debates, power rankings, and fantasy drafts.

Apr 24, 2023 • 23min
Remember the WoMom
Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea Episode 81 - Remember the WoMomsee all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotesToday’s podcast episode is about the “WoMom” —which is the woman behind the mom.WHO ARE YOU deep down inside?What makes you tick, what lights you up, and what keeps you excited and motivated?do you know?If you don’t remember, you are not alone. Becoming the parent to a teeny tiny baby human is all-encompassing and completely changes who you are. Forever.But it’s not your whole entire entity. You still need to do things that are JUST FOR YOU. because if you don’t, you will crack. it’s inevitable. So for today — do something for yourself, and yourself only.Coaching can be very helpful when it comes to doing something for you and you only. You can learn more at stephanieodea.com/coaching or consider enrolling in the Peace Course at stephanieodea.com/peaceOverview I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.I know because I’m a mom too.It’s okay to stop and breathe. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule, instead I offer realistic tips and plans to get things done quickly and efficiently so you can do things you want to do.Show Links Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peaceNew You - https://stephanieodea.com/newyouMasterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/Website - https://stephanieodea.comBlog - https://stephanieodea.com/blog/Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcastSpeaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/Courses - https://stephanieodea.com/courses/Contact - stephanieodea.com/contact/Stephanie's Story I know what it feels like to want to live a calm, peaceful, and harmonious life but you feel like you can’t because there is simply too much to do. I believe that if we are lucky, life is long. You are not behind, and you don’t need to rush around, trying to catch up. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule.Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.I am here to support you.Ship It Studios Website: https://www.shipitstudios.com Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowlivingPodcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-networkDescription: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.It's become our mission to seek out the most fun and creative ways to revisit your favorite fandoms. Join us as we revisit all of our favorite things through live coverage, reviews, debates, power rankings, and fantasy drafts.

Apr 17, 2023 • 25min
Don't Reinvent the Wheel
Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea Episode 80 - Don't Reinvent the Wheelsee all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotesLet’s talk about making things more complicated than they need to be. Do you do that? Probably. Most of us do.Today, I’m urging you to take a listen to the newest episode of the Slow Living podcast — because life doesn’t have to be as hard as you’re making it out to be.Maybe you over-complicate things because you want to be better than your coworker. or more sophisticated than your neighbor. or maybe your personal situation and health issue is keeping you stuck and you are certain no one has ever moved through this obstacle before. Listen in as I share how to look for people who have been there, done that —sign up for coaching at stephanieodea.com/coachingI hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question. Overview I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.I know because I’m a mom too.It’s okay to stop and breathe. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule, instead I offer realistic tips and plans to get things done quickly and efficiently so you can do things you want to do.Show Links Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peaceNew You - https://stephanieodea.com/newyouMasterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/Website - https://stephanieodea.comBlog - https://stephanieodea.com/blog/Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcastSpeaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/Courses - https://stephanieodea.com/courses/Contact - stephanieodea.com/contact/Stephanie's Story I know what it feels like to want to live a calm, peaceful, and harmonious life but you feel like you can’t because there is simply too much to do. I believe that if we are lucky, life is long. You are not behind, and you don’t need to rush around, trying to catch up. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule.Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.I am here to support you.Ship It Studios Website: https://www.shipitstudios.com Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowlivingPodcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-networkDescription: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.It's become our mission to seek out the most fun and creative ways to revisit your favorite fandoms. Join us as we revisit all of our favorite things through live coverage, reviews, debates, power rankings, and fantasy drafts.

Apr 10, 2023 • 24min
Merideth's Story -- Imperfect Parenting
Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea Episode 79 - Merideth's Story -- Imperfect Parentingsee all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotesToday’s podcast episode wraps up our multiple-part series of interviews with REAL PEOPLE sharing their own Slow Down stories.Meredith is an author and blogger and writes the Perfection Pending website.In this episode we each talk about our thoughts on “toxic positivity” and parenting in a way that feels real, authentic, and in a way that helps create self-sufficient future adults. We also talk about “reaching for a better feeling thought” and again the Kimochi chart for feelings was plugged. If you have an issue with yelling or anxious lash-outs I think you’ll really enjoy our chat. 🙂 Meredith has a new book out called The Mother Load: Surviving the Daily Grind Without Losing Your Ever-Loving Mind. You can purchase it from Amazon, here.I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.Overview I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.I know because I’m a mom too.It’s okay to stop and breathe. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule, instead I offer realistic tips and plans to get things done quickly and efficiently so you can do things you want to do.Show Links Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peaceNew You - https://stephanieodea.com/newyouMasterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/Website - https://stephanieodea.comBlog - https://stephanieodea.com/blog/Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcastSpeaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/Courses - https://stephanieodea.com/courses/Contact - stephanieodea.com/contact/Stephanie's Story I know what it feels like to want to live a calm, peaceful, and harmonious life but you feel like you can’t because there is simply too much to do. I believe that if we are lucky, life is long. You are not behind, and you don’t need to rush around, trying to catch up. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule.Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.I am here to support you.Ship It Studios Website: https://www.shipitstudios.com Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowlivingPodcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-networkDescription: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.It's become our mission to seek out the most fun and creative ways to revisit your favorite fandoms. Join us as we revisit all of our favorite things through live coverage, reviews, debates, power rankings, and fantasy drafts.

Apr 3, 2023 • 37min
Megan's Story -- Slow Productivity
Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea Episode 78 - Megan's Story -- Slow Productivitysee all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotesLet’s talk GETTING THINGS DONE today. I am so honored to share an amazing interview with Megan Sumrell from the Work & Life Harmony podcast and the owner of the The Pink Bee website and planner company — Megan is a productivity and organization expert — and in this episode we talk about getting things done without sacrificing your health, sanity, or well-being.Megan and I chat candidly about what self-care looks like in REAL LIFE — spoiler alert: it’s not basic hygiene! 😉 we talk about getting up to your breaking point — and if you don’t actively take the time to SLOW down, your body will choose it for you. So think about this today as you are going throughout your day helping and serving others — what do you do for YOU and only you?I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodeaon Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.Overview I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.I know because I’m a mom too.It’s okay to stop and breathe. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule, instead I offer realistic tips and plans to get things done quickly and efficiently so you can do things you want to do.Show Links Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peaceNew You - https://stephanieodea.com/newyouMasterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/Website - https://stephanieodea.comBlog - https://stephanieodea.com/blog/Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcastSpeaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/Courses - https://stephanieodea.com/courses/Contact - stephanieodea.com/contact/Stephanie's Story I know what it feels like to want to live a calm, peaceful, and harmonious life but you feel like you can’t because there is simply too much to do. I believe that if we are lucky, life is long. You are not behind, and you don’t need to rush around, trying to catch up. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule.Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.I am here to support you.Ship It Studios Website: https://www.shipitstudios.com Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowlivingPodcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-networkDescription: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.It's become our mission to seek out the most fun and creative ways to revisit your favorite fandoms. Join us as we revisit all of our favorite things through live coverage, reviews, debates, power rankings, and fantasy drafts.

Mar 27, 2023 • 40min
Lisa’s Story -- Sustainable Habits
Slow Living Podcast with Host Stephanie O'Dea Episode 77 - Lisa’s Story -- Sustainable Habitssee all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotesIn this episode Steph interviews Lisa Lizotte of the Habits and Home website and podcast show.Because the thing is — when you have habits in place — you no longer need to think about them. They just happen automatically. In our house, we do the Daily 7. In Lisa’s house, she does the Daily Reset (sign up for her newsletter and get the reset checklist sent right away) There’s no more thinking — just actioning.and not in a frantic or hustley way. We are only interested in doing things that feel good and are simple and sustainable. In this interview Lisa shares how she needed to clean out her parents’ home when they passed away suddently and how that experience led her to want to become more minimal. In fact, she went so far as to sell their 2000 sq foot home and move into an RV with her three kids! She is the first to admit that this is extreme. Listen in as she shares what you can do RIGHT NOW to start living a simpler, sustainable life — one habit at a time.I hope you enjoy this episode — and AS ALWAYS — if you have any questions or comments, shoot me an email or tag me @stephanieodea on Instagram or Facebook or record a voicemail question.Overview I love helping listeners embark upon their own journey to Slow Down, and live the life they’ve always dreamt about: one filled with peace, purpose, and abundance.I understand how you’re feeling when you are rushing around trying to do “all the things,” always playing catch up and finding time to get things done.I know because I’m a mom too.It’s okay to stop and breathe. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule, instead I offer realistic tips and plans to get things done quickly and efficiently so you can do things you want to do.Show Links Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peaceNew You - https://stephanieodea.com/newyouMasterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/Simple Shortcuts to Peace - https://stephanieodea.com/peace/Website - https://stephanieodea.comBlog - https://stephanieodea.com/blog/Podcast Page - https://stephanieodea.com/podcastSpeaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/Courses - https://stephanieodea.com/courses/Contact - stephanieodea.com/contact/Stephanie's Story I know what it feels like to want to live a calm, peaceful, and harmonious life but you feel like you can’t because there is simply too much to do. I believe that if we are lucky, life is long. You are not behind, and you don’t need to rush around, trying to catch up. My philosophy isn’t about cramming more and more into an already over-packed schedule.Instead, I want to you to stop. Breathe. It’s all going to be okay.I want you to live out the life you’ve always dreamt about — the one that gets you excited to get up in the morning and puts a goofy grin on your face.Because the laundry, chores, soccer practice, meal planning, and litter box scooping? That’s not WHO you are; that’s not your identity. Those are the things you HAVE TO do.So let’s make a realistic plan to get them over & done with, quickly & efficiently so you can finally be the person you’ve always wanted to be, and do the things you actually WANT TO do.I am here to support you.Ship It Studios Website: https://www.shipitstudios.com Podcast Page - https://www.shipitstudios.com/slowlivingPodcast Network - https://www.shipitstudios.com/podcast-networkDescription: We are Cinephiles. We are Gamers. We are Marks. We are Ultras. We are the 12th Man. We are Ship It Studios.It's become our mission to seek out the most fun and creative ways to revisit your favorite fandoms. Join us as we revisit all of our favorite things through live coverage, reviews, debates, power rankings, and fantasy drafts.